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Lugine Gray

 

Lugine Gray is a U.S. veteran, Hurricane Katrina survivor, and global resilience strategist  dedicated to advancing how communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises. As the founder of Disaster Science, he leads a multidisciplinary team of climate, architectural, and humanitarian experts working at the intersection of science, policy, and design innovation to strengthen resilience worldwide.

 

Holding a Master of Science in Disaster Resilience Leadership from Tulane University, Lugine has conducted fieldwork across Africa, South America, and the Middle East, supporting recovery operations, climate adaptation programs, and humanitarian coordination. Earlier in his career, he developed the nation’s first statewide anti-trafficking model in Louisiana, applying disaster risk reduction frameworks to protect vulnerable populations and strengthen state and community-level systems of care. He has also led national trainings with the U.S. Department of Education, helping institutions integrate resilience and preparedness strategies into student safety and emergency planning initiatives.

His work unites disaster science, social protection, and sustainable development, helping governments, NGOs, and private partners design adaptive, evidence-based strategies that bridge equity and innovation. Guided by the belief that resilience begins with inclusion, Lugine continues to pioneer solutions that transform data into action and restore strength where it’s needed most.